Outset · Grill & Oven Mats
Outset Grill Grids Set of 2
Lower PFAS concern, stainless steel grids are inherently non-coated, but brand makes no explicit statement.
Outset Grill Grids are made from stainless steel, a material that does not inherently require PFAS coatings. No nonstick surface, water-resistant treatment, or unknown coatings are documented. Outset provides no public PFAS disclosure, but the material itself carries lower concern than coated cookware.
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Stainless steel grill grids
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
Why this grade
Category baseline
cookware is a category where PFAS exposure is more common.
No PFAS disclosure
No public statement about PFAS in this product.
Uncoated safe material
Bare, uncoated material (cast iron, stainless, carbon steel, or glass) with no surface treatment to contain PFAS.
The full breakdown
What it's made of and why it matters
Outset Grill Grids are stainless steel, a non-coated metal mesh. Stainless steel does not require synthetic protective coatings, which eliminates the primary vectors for Teflon-type coating fume release, ceramic glaze lead contamination, or non-stick coating degradation over heat cycles. The material's inert nature means negligible leaching of metals or chemicals into food under normal grilling temperatures.
The brand's record and disclosure
Outset is a cookware and grilling accessories brand with no known product recalls, reported chemical hazards, or formal certifications (NSF, FDA clearance) on file for this product line. The brand does not publish material safety data sheets or third-party test results for these grids. No controversies regarding formulations, manufacturing practices, or chemical additives have been established in public records.
How it compares in its category
Stainless steel grill grids are among the safest cookware materials because they lack coatings entirely. Non-stick-coated grids (with Teflon-type coating or ceramic) carry fume and degradation risks at high heat; this product avoids both. Cast iron grids may rust without seasoning; stainless steel requires only rinsing. The material choice places these grids at the lower end of hazard concern for the grill accessory category.
If you buy it
Wash grids before first use to remove any manufacturing residue. Stainless steel can withstand standard grill temperatures (up to 600F) indefinitely without chemical degradation. Inspect annually for corrosion pitting or warping; replace if structural integrity is compromised. Hand wash to avoid dishwasher detergent residue buildup; air dry to prevent water spotting.
Beyond PFAS: other things we checked
Established hazard classes for this product type, assessed from public information. These never change the PFAS grade; a Likely flag caps the Verdict at “Buy with care.”
Metal leaching from stainless steel
Stainless steel is engineered to resist leaching; no established evidence of nickel, chromium, or iron migration into food under normal grilling conditions at typical temperatures.
Surface corrosion or rust
Salt, moisture, and acidic foods can initiate minor surface pitting over years of use. This is cosmetic degradation rather than a direct chemical hazard but may trap food particles if severe.
Coating peeling or flaking
Stainless steel grids are uncoated; this hazard does not apply to this product design.
VOC or odor release during heating
Bare stainless steel does not off-gas volatile compounds when heated. Manufacturing oils may produce a mild metallic smell on first use but dissipate after washing and initial heating.
Cross-contamination or food particle trapping
Mesh design can retain small food debris or bacteria if not thoroughly cleaned after use. This is a usage and hygiene issue rather than a material hazard.
What we don’t know
This grade is a model-based estimate from public materials, coatings, and brand disclosure at 78% confidence. It is not a lab result.
No independent PFAS lab test is on record for this exact product. A lab test could move the score in either direction.
The brand has not made a specific, verifiable PFAS-free statement, so part of this score reflects that missing disclosure rather than a confirmed material.
Formulations and coatings change between production runs. Always check the current label before buying.
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